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Popcorn Hat Players: Theatre With Salt

admin — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:37:17 +0000

If you’re looking for a more irreverent take on the stage, Harrisburg’s Popcorn Hat Players might whet your appetite. This much-loved local children’s theatre troupe has been putting on shows since 1993, using professional actors and directors to bring top-quality performances to children of all social and economic backgrounds. Plays put on by the troupe include adaptations of classic Mother Goose rhymes as well as fairy tales like The Little Mermaid and Rumpelstiltskin. Their performances are very entertaining. Although the stagecraft is serious business, each show has a real sense of humor that will keep kids riveted to the stage. And, of course, the Popcorn Hat Players throw in a few jokes for the grown-ups as well. Ticket prices are incredibly reasonable – just seven dollars – which makes it an excellent entertainment value. The troupe also runs a number of educational and outreach programs and mentors a group of young actors who perform in a yearly show.

Popcorn Hat Players
Third Floor
605 Strawberry Square
Harrisburg, PA 17101
(717) 238-4111
www.gamutplays.org/popcorn

Visit the Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts For Educational Entertainment

admin — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 21:29:34 +0000

There's no need to choose when to visit the Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts. The unrivaled facility in downtown Harrisburg is the home to several resident arts companies, science exhibitions, and plenty of educational and entertainment-oriented programs. Whether you're in the mood to see a recently released movie on IMAX, check out three-floors worth of interactive science displays (all hands-on, of course), or take in a top-notch dance or theater performance, the Whitaker center is the place to be. True to its dedication as a resource for educational and expressive experience, the facility also offers 16 flexible spaces to accommodate practice spaces, private viewing events (for up to 1,500 guests), and elegant lobbies for private functions or gatherings. The Whitaker Center is one of the pulsing centers of Harrisburg's cultural activity.

Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts
222 Market St.
Harrisburg, PA 17101
(717) 214-ARTS
www.whitakercenter.org

Gamut Classic Theatre: A Classic Act in Harrisburg, PA

admin — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 14:33:25 +0000

Gamut Classic Theatre combines the talents of the Harrisburg Shakespeare Festival and the Popcorn Hat Players Children's Theatre into one production company. The former focuses on a yearly celebration of the British playwright, featuring a sampling of the bard's most popular works along with free performances, comedy send-ups, and even a symbolic birthday party. The latter component of the company is dedicated to entertaining children and their families in a unique setting, bringing folk tales, fairytales, and fables to life in creative—and at times improvisational—ways. Gamut is committed to bringing the power of theater to Harrisburg, but the popularity and high quality of each production means that the players are often on the road to perform for other communities. But with frequent performances throughout the year and an educational outreach program that includes a theater school, educational residencies, and resources for local teachers, this is a true hub for Harrisburg's thespians and theater appreciators.

Gamut Classic Theatre
605 Strawberry St.
Harrisburg, PA 17101
(717) 238-4111 ‎
www.gamutplays.org

A Taste of Broadway in Harrisburg

admin — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 16:27:02 +0000

Just 180 miles off Broadway, the Open Stage of Harrisburg offers all the theatrical talent and big city pizzazz of the pros. Opened in 1985, this regional professional theater company is committed to putting on the best productions of contemporary and classical plays for local theater-lovers and out of town visitors alike. With educational and outreach programs that are dedicated to supporting the regional artist community and nurturing expressive talents of all kinds, this is a non-profit company that has bolstered Harrisburg's creative side. In addition to generous support from donors and volunteers, the theater also encourages all forms of donations and dedicated contributions. There are numerous productions and festivals throughout the year, so check out Open Stage's season calendar to get a taste of what's on the bill.

Open Stage of Harrisburg
223 Walnut St.
Harrisburg, PA‎ 17101
(717) 232-6736‎
www.openstagehbg.com